SoFULL: All The Colors of the Rainbow

I'm a huge believer in the amazing benefits that come with being Vegan.

Instead of saying it myself, I'll let Ellen DeGeneres give you three quick (and super fucking important) reasons on why going Vegan is something to consider.

Some of my recent favorites to whip up for a fast, healthy meal:

Edamame, Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad.

Super simple recipe: take all three and mix them together. 

Throw in some salt & pepper if you're feeling crazy.

Blue & White Potatoes.

Um, yes, I just love potatoes. The more colorful, the better.

Kale/Carrot/Beet/Apple/Lemon/Lime/Ginger Juice.

Juicing has literally changed my life. It wakes me up faster than anything caffeinated ever has (coffee, tea, chai, etc) and has saved me so much money at my former second home, Starbucks. 

I also have more energy and immediately noticed great changes in my skin and body.

I don't like to push my views on anyone so please note that.

Please also note that this is my blog and around these parts, we're straight up vegan.

xx

Bonjour, Girl:

You guys! Today is Jour du Macaron!!!

No need for Google translate on this: that means it's FREE MACAROON DAY!

If you're in NYC (or France!), go to one of the participating locations and tell them you are there for free macaroon day and they will give you a free macaroon. If you're feeling really crazy, stop at Francois Payard Bakery on 116 W. Houston for a punch card, then scoot around to any 12 of the locations and return to Francois Payard and they will give you a free box of macaroons. A. Free. Box. Of. Macaroons.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING STILL READING THIS?! Go, people, go! Claim your macaroons! Godspeed.

You can find the list of participating locations here.

C is for Cookie.

Recently, I volunteered at the CCAP benefit. CCAP, according to their website, is "Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) works with public schools across the country to prepare underserved high school students for college and career opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industry."

How cool is that?! My friend Deborah's father is the founder so lucky for me, I got to witness just how awesome this organization is first hand. And how awesome tables full of dessert are. 
Passion fruit & caramel macaroons? Um, yes please.

So many of New York City's most delicious restaurants and amazing chefs came out to support.

Beautiful friends enjoying the night.

Sometimes you just need to sit down for a minute and take silly mirror pictures.

Outfit photos of the night and laughs courtesy of one of my favorite ladies.

Dress: Macy's (NYC); Shoes: Filene's (Boston); Necklace: Satya

So many people stopped me to compliment my dress. I couldn't help but laugh as some very wealthy and classy New Yorkers were loving a dress that I spied in the juniors section of Macy's. 

Just goes to show that you never know where you'll find an amazing new item for your closet :)

Eat well, be well & give back!

P.S. For more of my pics & a delicious review, check out Tough Cookie NYC

Thanks, Deb, for letting me partake in the night! For more info on CCAP, please visit their website.